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Looking for an escape from textbooks this summer? Explore the LPC Library's Leisure Reading Collection, a curated collection of diverse titles, from gripping novels and inspiring biographies, to intriguing non-fiction and timeless classics. Whether you're looking for a mental getaway, a source of inspiration, or a moment of peace amidst your busy academic schedule, we hope you will find it in this collection....

Summer 2025 Library Hours

June 2 - June 5: *Limited Services - Open for returns and reserve item checkouts only.*Monday-Thursday: 10 am to 2pm* Online Research Help (24x7): "Ask LPC Library"June 9 - August 7: Regular Services available- Open for studying, computer and printer use, checkout services, and research support .Monday-Thursday: 10 am to 4 pmFriday: ClosedSaturday-Sunday: ClosedOnline Research Help (24x7): "Ask LPC Library"Holiday Closures:Juneteenth Holiday (June 19)Independence Day (July 4)...

LPC Library Returns - Due May 30

Library materials should be returned by their due date or at the end of the semester, at the very latest. Access your library account to see due dates for checked out items. Laptops, wifi hotspots, and other technology items should be returned in-person to the library. Do not return technology items to the bookdrops.Books, DVDs, CDs can be returned in person or in one of the bookdrops on campus: Bookstore ReturnsPlease return bookstore-purchased or rented items to the campus bookstore: https://www.bkstr.com/laspositasstore/help-faq/return-policy-fvsDo not return bookstore items to the library or the bookdrops. LPC Library is Now Fine FreeThe LPC Library has adopted a Fine-Free Policy for overdue materials. The library will stop charging fines for overdue books and materials that are returned late as well as clear any outstanding overdue balances. The library encourages students to return items responsibly and timely so others may use those shared resources. Items not returned within their due date will be flagged and reminder notices will be sent via email. Items not returned at the end of the semester will be considered lost, and a replacement fee will be charged. While the library eliminated overdue fines, students are still responsible for fees associated with replacing lost or damaged books and other materials they check out.More about library checkout, fines, and fees policies: https://libraryguides.laspositascollege.edu/students/checkingoutmaterialsPlease contact the library with any questions about your account.LPC Library Check-Out Desk: 925.424.1151https://libanswers.laspositascollege.edu/...

Library Research Award Winners

The LPC Library is pleased to announce the winners of the relaunched Las Positas College Library Research Award. Congratulations, Nuha Hussain and Raza Ali! Nuha Hussain: "An Artistic Exploration of the Critical Race Theory" (for ETHS 6 - F. Ponce)Raza Ali: "Examining the Impact of Ambient Temperature on Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) Foraging Activity" (for BIOL 1B - S. Boaz)Raza and Nuha were honored at the LPC Foundation Scholarship Award Ceremony on May 16 (photo: left-Nuha Hussain; right- Raza Ali).The library is proud to have played a role in their success as student scholars by offering the library resources and services they used to complete their outstanding projects. With Gratitude:Thank you to Professors Segal Boaz and Felipe Ponce, and many other professors, for encouraging your students to submit exemplary research papers for consideration. We would also like to thank the Financial Office (Lydia Penaflor) and the LPC Foundation (Ken Cooper and Helen Cuckler) for supporting the relaunch of the LPC Library Research Award and including it in the Scholarship Award Ceremony. Support the Library:If you would like to help us recognize the outstanding research being done by our students, please consider making a contribution to the LPC Library Fund. The funding for the LPC Library Research Award is made possible by donors like you. ...

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